14 08, 2025

Net International Reserves – July 2025

2025-08-14T10:25:19-05:00

August 14, 2025 Net International Reserves – July 2025 BOJ has reported that Jamaica's Net International Reserves as at July 31, 2025, stood at US$6,113.72 million, reflecting an increase of US$278.12 million when compared to the US$5,835.60 million reported at the end of June 2025. Foreign Assets totalled US$6,142.50 million, US$277.72 million more than the

Net International Reserves – July 20252025-08-14T10:25:19-05:00
11 08, 2025

Cuba’s Currency Crisis Deepens Amid Inflation and Shortages

2025-08-11T15:11:21-05:00

August 11, 2025 The Cuban peso hit an all-time low on the informal market Monday, trading at 400 to the U.S. dollar. The slide comes as the partial dollarization of the state-dominated economy accelerates, deepening social tensions amid shortages of basic goods, runaway inflation, and a crumbling infrastructure and public services. The import-dependent country’s government

Cuba’s Currency Crisis Deepens Amid Inflation and Shortages2025-08-11T15:11:21-05:00
7 08, 2025

Mexico’s Inflation Hits Lowest Level Since 2020, Core Remains Elevated

2025-08-07T14:11:49-05:00

August 07, 2025 Mexico's headline inflation slowed in July to its lowest level since late 2020, although the closely watched core rate remained above the central bank's official target, according to data released Thursday by national statistics agency INEGI. The figures were published ahead of the Bank of Mexico (Banxico)'s interest rate decision scheduled for

Mexico’s Inflation Hits Lowest Level Since 2020, Core Remains Elevated2025-08-07T14:11:49-05:00
4 08, 2025

Dominican Republic’s Rating Raised to Ba2 by Moody’s

2025-08-04T12:23:36-05:00

August 04, 2025 The credit rating agency Moody’s Ratings announced yesterday that it has raised the Dominican Republic’s sovereign rating from Ba3 to Ba2 for both local and foreign currency debt. In a statement, the agency also noted that it revised the country's outlook from positive to stable. This decision reflects strong economic performance, increased

Dominican Republic’s Rating Raised to Ba2 by Moody’s2025-08-04T12:23:36-05:00
4 08, 2025

Government Operations Results for June 2025

2025-08-04T11:08:08-05:00

August 04, 2025 Government Operations Results for June 2025 Disclaimer: Analyst Certification - The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments Limited Research Department about those issuer (s) or securities as at the date of this report. Each research analyst (s) also certify that no part of their

Government Operations Results for June 20252025-08-04T11:08:08-05:00
30 07, 2025

U.S. Real GDP grew by 3.0% in Q2 2025

2025-07-30T09:53:17-05:00

July 30, 2025 The U.S. economy rebounded sharply in the second quarter of 2025, with real gross domestic product (GDP) increasing at an annual rate of 3.0%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). This advance estimate marks a strong turnaround from the 0.5% contraction recorded in the first quarter. The improvement surpassed most

U.S. Real GDP grew by 3.0% in Q2 20252025-07-30T09:53:17-05:00
28 07, 2025

Trump tariffs update: Trump–EU Trade Deal Brings Relief, Sets New Global Benchmark

2025-07-28T09:12:14-05:00

July 28, 2025 The U.S. and European Union struck a long-anticipated trade agreement this week, narrowly avoiding a full-scale trade war. Announced following a meeting between President Trump and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the deal introduces a 15% baseline tariff on most European goods — a far cry from the 30% or

Trump tariffs update: Trump–EU Trade Deal Brings Relief, Sets New Global Benchmark2025-07-28T09:12:14-05:00
24 07, 2025

UNDP and ILO Present Roadmap for Jamaica’s Green Economy Transition

2025-07-24T14:55:21-05:00

July 24, 2025 As Jamaica advances local action on climate resilience, a new study urges the nation to fully transition to a green and climate-resilient economy. This proposed model is based on the development of green industries and technologies, sustainable agriculture and tourism, and renewable energy. According to the study, this green growth model is

UNDP and ILO Present Roadmap for Jamaica’s Green Economy Transition2025-07-24T14:55:21-05:00
23 07, 2025

Public-Private Collaboration Strengthens MSME Sector in Jamaica

2025-07-23T14:55:45-05:00

July 23, 2025 Karisa Ribeiro, Chief of Operations for the Caribbean Region at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), says the Boosting Innovation, Growth and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems (BIGEE) Programme continues to play a vital role in advancing the growth of numerous micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Jamaica. “To date, over 1,400 MSMEs and 50

Public-Private Collaboration Strengthens MSME Sector in Jamaica2025-07-23T14:55:45-05:00
23 07, 2025

Trump tariffs update: U.S. and Japan Reach Trade Deal

2025-07-23T09:10:34-05:00

July 23, 2025 In a major development on the global trade front, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping trade agreement with Japan, calling it the “largest trade deal in history.” The deal sets reciprocal tariffs at 15%, significantly lower than the 25% previously threatened, and includes a massive $550 billion investment from Japan into the

Trump tariffs update: U.S. and Japan Reach Trade Deal2025-07-23T09:10:34-05:00